SuperVision Program: Overview & Goals

Program Overview

University SuperVision is a mandatory training program designed by HR Training & Development to equip supervisors with the skills and knowledge to manage people and functions effectively at the University of Kentucky. Completion of the SuperVision program is mandated by Human Resources Policy and Procedure Number 50.0: Staff Development / Training. This policy dictates "All newly hired or promoted supervisory employees shall complete SuperVision, a supervisory training program, within 180 days of supervisory assignment."

At times, supervisors come into positions having already developed strong skills through formal education or experience. University SuperVision will build on that knowledge base by providing insight to the unique policies and procedures used at the University of Kentucky.

Program Goals

The following are the goals of the University SuperVision Program:

To develop a staff of highly skilled and competent supervisors who understand and manage human and capital resources in a strategic rather than reactive fashion

To assist supervisors in the recognition and proper application of University policies and procedures

To provide supervisors with some of the basic supervisory skills in order to build more confident and self-motivated employees

To contribute to the University's overall mission of providing excellent instruction, modern research, and meaningful service